Forensic Investigator (Senior & Intermediate)

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Employer: Century Technical Solutions

Runs full-scale fraud and corruption investigations end to end - from reviewing the allegation through to a court-ready report and post-investigation support. This ad covers 6 positions in total: 3 Senior Forensic Investigators and 3 Intermediate Forensic Investigators to carry the casework. The role reports to the Forensic Investigations Project Lead.

Key responsibilities:

  • Investigate allegations of fraud, corruption and irregularity reported through multiple channels.
  • Review supporting documents and compile investigation plans.
  • Conduct interviews with relevant sources and witnesses.
  • Collect, analyse and preserve evidence in line with the law of evidence.
  • Conduct background searches on the subjects, individuals and entities under investigation.
  • Apply the relevant legislation, rules, policies and procedures.
  • Compile affidavits and take statements.
  • Liaise with law enforcement agencies using a multidisciplinary approach.
  • Produce detailed forensic reports with sound conclusions and recommendations.
  • Provide post-investigation support at disciplinary, criminal and civil proceedings.

Required Skills

  • Fraud Investigation: 6 to 7 years
  • Evidence Handling: 5 to 6 years
  • Forensic Report Writing: 5 to 6 years

Candidate Requirements

SENIOR FORENSIC INVESTIGATORS (3 positions)

Qualification: Degree or National Diploma in Forensic Investigation, Policing, Law, Forensic Accounting or a related field.

Registration / certification: Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) and/or ICFP membership; registered with PSIRA (legally required for private investigation work in South Africa).

Minimum experience: 6+ years conducting fraud, corruption and irregularity investigations.

INTERMEDIATE FORENSIC INVESTIGATORS (3 positions)

Qualification: Degree or National Diploma in Forensic Investigation, Policing, Law, Forensic Accounting or a related field.

Registration / certification: PSIRA registration required; CFE and/or ICFP membership an advantage.

Minimum experience: 2-4 years conducting fraud, corruption and irregularity investigations.

Skills & competencies (all positions):

  • Investigative interviewing and evidence handling
  • Affidavit and statement drafting
  • Clear, defensible report writing
  • Working knowledge of PRECCA, PFMA and the law of evidence

Advantageous: Background with SAPS, the Hawks, SIU or similar; experience testifying in disciplinary or criminal matters.

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